How to Prepare for Your Maternity Session
Tips for Preparing for your Maternity Photo Session
Today I am going to share what I learned are important tips to consider before and during your Maternity Photoshoot. These tips will help prepare you for your session and allow you #momstobe, to have a wonderful and pleasant experience.
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"What do I wear " is one of the most frequently asked questions by anyone participating in any type of photo session. Its somewhat harder to figure this out when your belly is big and you feel like nothing fits. I know ladies! I have been there and I think that's partly why I only had 1 Maternity Session out of my 3 children. Let me tell you, If I could do it again, I would do it for all of my kids. I think what prevented me from doing it was not feeling comfortable in my own skin. Since then, I have come to realize that Pregnancy is beautiful and it shouldn't matter how big you are or how big you feel, this is by far the most beautiful time in your life. So enjoy it! As part of my Maternity Photo session experience you have a selection of Maternity Gowns to choose from. I wanted to have a Client Closet for 2 reasons. First, let's be real, who wants to spend money on something they might only wear once or twice. Personally, I don't! So I decided that it made sense to have dresses available for my clients. Now I do realize that every pregnant woman is different and dresses fit everyone differently. With that in mind, I have about 10 dresses to choose from. Secondly, it makes it so much easier for the client. They are able to choose from a variety of colors and styles. You also want to consider your color palette and think about whether or not you want to hang these pictures and if so what colors fit best with your decor. I always suggest bringing at least 2-3 different outfits.
For those clients, not interested in wearing maternity gowns, I do have some suggestions;
1. wear solid colors because prints are too busy and it takes away from the Baby Bump. Whether it be a nice top or dress, solid colors are the way to go.
2. Make sure your clothing fits snug to The body because loose fitting attire will hide that beautiful baby bump that we are trying to photograph.
3. add accessories, like hats, scarfs, flower crowns, etc. Remember ladies, go all out.
4 Get your nails, hair and makeup done and just have a wonderful time.
For those of you wanting to shop for your own Maternity gowns, there are so many online boutiques/stores that sell gorgeous gowns. #Sewtrendyaccessories.com has some of the most beautiful #maternitygowns that I have seen. #Chicaboo clothing is another one of my favorites You can find them at www.shopchicaboo.com. You can also find a lot of dresses on Etsy and Amazon.com. Recently I discovered Mamabumprentals.com, They have all sorts of dresses for rent. you place your order and it is delivered on the date you choose. this service is great and a very inexpensive option. their gowns are gorgeous and they have so many different choices.
DoraMarie Client Closet
Here are a few of the Maternity Gowns from our Client Closet
